Indoor Storywalk: When We Are Kind
Parkman Branch
During the Month of November 2024
“When We are Kind” is a story written by Monique Gray Smith, an award-winning author of Cree/Lakota descent, and illustrated by Nicole Neidhardt of Diné descent. Pages of the book, which celebrate everyday acts of kindness, will be staged throughout the youth department of the Parkman Branch. This activity is self-directed and will be available to the public during regular business hours.
Virtual Book Talk:
Native Culture in Fiction with Mona Susan Power
Virtual
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
7:00 – 8:00 pm
Mona Susan Power discusses her newest novel A Council of Dolls. This conversation highlights how her work explores Native Rights and Native American culture, in particular using an important symbol that anchors comfort and companionship in Native life: dolls.
Native American Heritage Month—Leather Working
Children’s Library at Main
Friday, November 22, 2024
4:00 – 5:30 pm
Join us for a hands-on leather working workshop in celebration of Native American Heritage. Kids can experience using various patterns & tools to create your own unique leather wallet. Connect with Native American culture through art and craftsmanship. All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity! Ages 8-12.